Rajkummar to lead Hindi remake of Telugu film 'Bakasura Restaurant'?
What's the story
Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao is in talks to headline the Hindi remake of the Telugu horror-comedy Bakasura Restaurant, reported 123Telugu. The original film, written and directed by SJ Shiva, was released on August 8, 2025. It received an overwhelming response from audiences. It is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
Speculation
What we know about the remake
While there is no official confirmation yet, industry insiders suggest that Rao might be leading the remake of Bakasura Restaurant. The film is a quirky supernatural tale that has already seen success in its original Telugu version. It stars Harsha Chemudu and Praveen in key roles. If the project materializes, it won't be a new genre for Rao, who has earlier been a part of horror-comedies such as Stree and Roohi.
Career update
Rao's latest release 'Maalik'
Rao was last seen in the film Maalik, which released on July 11. The movie, directed by Pulkit, explores themes of power, politics, and betrayal against the backdrop of Allahabad. In it, Rao plays a ruthless gangster in what many are calling one of his most powerful roles yet. Manushi Chhillar also stars in the film. It received mixed reviews.